Sep 05, 2016.Ham-Mac Mailing List Email reflector for ham radio operation on Macs.Ham Nation - TWiT.TV Ham Nation is an ongong podcast hosted by Bob Heil, Gordon West, George Thomas, Don Wilbanks and Cheryl Lasik and brought to you by TWiT.TV.Linuxham Mailing List Mailing list for support of Fl. software on Linux and OS X. Aether is a ham radio logging application for the Mac. Aether includes tools to quickly and easily log QSOs while on the air, as well as organize, search and track your QSOs later. Aether was designed for macOS, and has the same kind of clean, intuitive, friendly interface you've come to expect on the Mac.
If you search Google for Amateur (or Ham) Radio Software, you will get a lot of results, but not a lot of information. One of the biggest problems is that you get links to old sites with outdated information. I will attempt to keep this page up to date with recent information.
Oct 14, 2009 Xastir is an open source project (available for Mac, Linux, and Windows) that links your Mac to a radio and then translates the APRS packets into location and message information that can be.
For now, this page will be limited to Windows 7/10 software (say no to XP!), and eventually may include Mac OS and Linux. It will not be limited to free software. Some software may be included in multiple sections (e.g., a logger that is also part of a suite).
This page is currently still under construction in early 2018.
Software Suites
Software Suites are designed to provided integrated applications that should cover the basic needs for operating a digital shack.
- Ham Radio Deluxe (HRD) ($) –
- DXLabs Suite –
- flDigi Collection –
Logging / QSL Software
Logging may be one of the most basic operations of a digital shack. Logging software obviously keep track of your individual contacts, but typically provides other services, including QSLing (including cards), filing with eQSL and LoTW, awards tracking, and interfacing with other software. Logging apps also typically provide basic rig control. Software suites usually provide at least basic frequency rig control.
- HRD Logbook ($) –
- DXLab DXKeeper –
- Log4OM –
- Logger32 –
- Winlog32 –
- N3FJP AC Log ($) –
- DX4Win ($) –
- N1MM Logger – contesting
Control Software
Software used to control your transceiver. Depending on your rig, control software can be used to set frequency, control transmission modes (CW, LSB, etc.), set filter settings, control VFOs, and more – all with your mouse.
- HRD Rig Control ($) –
- DXLab Commander –
Digital Modes
Software to operate using digital modes: RTTY, PSK31, FT8, JT-65, Olivia, etc. While there are many programs available, many are essentially old or have been superseded by better programs. This list will try to show only the most popular and current software.
- WSJT-X – WSJT-X implements communication protocols or “modes”
called JT4, JT9, JT65, and WSPR. - fldigi – A digital mode program for PSK31, RTTY, and many other operating modes.
- HRD DM-780 ($) –
- DXLab WinWarbler – RTTY and PSK31.
- WSJT-X – WSJT-X implements communication protocols or “modes”
DX and Propagation
Software to track DX Clusters and current propagation predictions and reports.
- DXLab DXView and SpotCollecter –
Station Control and Antennas
Rotor control, antenna control, etc. Antenna design.
- PstRotator ($) – handles just about every controllable rotator in common use, provides automatic tracking for satelites and EME, and lots more.
Other Interesting Software
- Echolink -Software enabling a link between a radio or repeater to the internet for a licensed radio amateur.
Web Services
Mac Os Ham Radio Software For Windows
Important web sites for managing your station and contacts.